Spring 2020 Temperature and Precipitation Outlook

The Climate Prediction Center has released their Spring (March-May) Outlook. For the local area, the main concern is for increased chances for above normal precipitation here and in much of the upstream Missouri River Basin...particularly with the river running 150-250% of normal already. This leads to a heightened concern for flooding across the area this Spring.

Stolen Motorcycle In Rich Hill

On February 19, 2020 a Bates County Sheriff's Deputy responded to a residence on Park street in Rich Hill, MO to take a report of a stolen motorcycle. 

The victim stated that he woke up around 12:30 a.m. and noticed that he had left the garage door open. His 2006 Suzuki motorcycle was missing from the garage. The motorcycle is yellow in color with a blue seat. It has a 50cc motor.

A copy of the report will be forwarded to the Rich Hill Police Department for further investigation.

Wanted out of Linn County Kansas

ATTENTION: $100.00 cash reward for information leading to the arrest of Adam Reeves. Call in information to 6202156890.


UPDATE: CAPTURED

From the desk of Butler Council woman Heather Diehl

JUST A REMINDER OF THIS PRESS RELEASE THAT WENT OUT PREVIOUSLY

While we know that there are many differing opinions on this subject, the Council did come to the decision that removing these trees on Orange Street was necessary due to the continuing damage that is occurring to trucks, trailers, etc that are traveling on this street. Ultimately, these trees should have not been chosen for these small islands, as they are much too invasive for the space they were given. Even keeping them trimmed back from the road created a very unsightly looking tree if you ever really looked fully down the road at them while driving (the part by the road was cut straight up almost to the middle of the tree while the remaining side grew round and full making them very off balance.) I do agree that the trees were beautiful for about 2 or 3 weeks of the year when they were blooming, but even then, those blooms were blowing inside business doors, etc. We are discussing ideas for these islands to beautify this street again and my hope is to see something like some old fashioned light posts...or something possibly to highlight our "Electric City" and of course be more maintenance free....

The City of Butler is currently cutting down the trees and will finish cutting the stumps flush to the ground, and MODOT will follow up with spraying the stumps to ensure they do not grow back.

PRESS RELEASE

The City of Butler, in conjunction with the Missouri Department of Transportation will be removing the trees along Business 49.

February 11th – 21st
Off-road preliminary trimming and cutting ( City of Butler)

February 24th-March 6th
tree removal ( City of Butler and MODOT)

There will be traffic diversions/delays at certain times during this project.

Obituary - Richard “Buck” A. Billings Jr.,

Richard “Buck” A. Billings Jr., 69 of Drexel, Missouri passed away peacefully February 17, 2020 in his home in Drexel. Cremation, with private family services to be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Richard Anderson Billings, Jr. was born March 1, 1950 in Topeka, Kansas to Richard Sr. and Cora Tippin Billings.

He was a retired truck driver who spent his free time with family going bowling or to the races. It never took much time being around him for strangers to become friends and friends to become family. From raising children he didn’t create to helping his neighbors take out the trash; one thing is certain... he is one of a kind who would do anything for the people he cared about. He will truly be missed.

Richard was proceeded in death by his daughter (Christina), foster son (Steven), and both of his parents (Richard & Cora).

He is survived by his wife of 41 years (Carol), son (Rickie), daughter-in-law (Kara), and foster daughter (Jennifer). Richard is also a proud Papa of 13 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, and 1 great grandson on the way.

Two People In Custody Following Pursuit of Stolen Car

Cass Co – Around 7:00 pm Tuesday night deputies with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Apprehension Unit located a stolen vehicle used in an armed robbery in Jackson County.

Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, a 2011 Ford Fusion, near Anaconda Road and Clearwater in Harrisonville. When the deputy activated his emergency lights and siren the driver accelerated at a high rate of speed west on Anaconda Road refusing to stop.

The pursuit continued for nearly 30 minutes on gravel roads and highways near Freeman and Drexel before deputies were able to get the vehicle stopped. At times, the pursuit reached speeds over 100 mph. The pursuit ended at E 331st and Lacy Road east of Drexel where deputies deployed tire deflation devices.

The driver and passenger were taken into custody without further incident.

The driver is identified as, Christopher L. Vanalst, 28, Harrisonville. He has been charged with E Felony Resisting Arrest, D Felony Tampering with a Motor Vehicle and E Felony Driving While Revoked. Bond is set at $7500.00 Cash Only

The passenger, Javier M. Morales, 28, Harrisonville, was charged with A Misd Tampering with Motor Vehicle 2nd Degree and D Misd Possession of Marijuana, with a Signature (ROR) bond issued.

“We are pleased that this incident ended without anyone in our community being injured. Through the cooperation of multiple agencies our deputies were able to recover the victim’s vehicle and take more wanted criminals off the street,” said Sheriff Jeff Weber.

BCMH employment: Many positions open

FAMILY CARE CLINIC SUPERVISOR
Schedule: Full time; usually M-F
Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent required; Prefer Minimum Medical Assistant Certification. Minimum one year supervisory experience in medical office, clinic or other health care facility required. Working knowledge of computer information systems, EMR, Excel, Word and proficient English skills; good knowledge of office technology. Must obtain/maintain current CPR/BLS certification. Knowledge of modern outpatient clinic methods. Ability to supervise/manage staff and clinical services to achieve the delivery of smooth flow; quality patient care services. Strong interpersonal skills.
Department: FAMILY CARE CLINICS – Report to Clinic Director


LAB PHLEBOTOMIST

Schedule: FULL TIME; usually evening shift 1500 – 2330, usually M-F
Qualifications: Previous healthcare / phlebotomy experience preferred; good computer skills; attention to detail; excellent interpersonal relation skills; communicates professionally with staff and patients.
Department: LABORATORY


LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE – FAMILY CARE CLINICS/ADRIAN

Schedule: Full time; usually M-F, 8 am to 5 pm; every other Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Qualifications: Current MO licensed LPN
Department: FAMILY CARE CLINICS


NUTRITION SERVICES AIDE

Schedule: FULL TIME; usually 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Qualifications: Previous dietary experience preferred; able to stand majority of shift; lifting/bending/stooping required. Works as a team player with good interpersonal skills. Communicates with good English verbal skills.
Department: NUTRITION SERVICES


PATIENT ACCOUNTS REPRESENTATIVE

Schedule: FULL TIME: usually 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; 80 hours per pay periodc
Qualifications: Minimum one to two years medical clerical/billing experience. Demonstrates exceptional customer service with ability to collect, create and research complex or diverse information. Excellent interpersonal relations / communication skills; problem solving ability. Will be answering patient billing questions by phone, in person or electronically.
Department: PATIENT ACCOUNTS


RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (CRT or RRT)

Schedule: PRN as needed
Qualifications: Current Certification or Registry as respiratory therapist
Department: RESPIRATORY CARE


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Butler, MO 64730
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Missing a class ring?

A girl's class ring was found at city lake. The graduation year was 2000, and it has the name Tina engraved on the inside. 

If you think it is yours or you know who it belongs to, the ring is in the Butler High School office. A description will have to be given.